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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

coerce

/kəˈɜːrs/ verb · British & US
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What does coerce mean?

verb

To force or persuade someone to do something by using pressure, threats, or other forms of influence. To cause something to happen or be done in a particular way, often by using force or pressure.

Example

"The police tried to coerce the suspect into confessing to the crime."

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